Ceased operation 2017 Destinations Over 250 | Routes 27 Stations Over 170 Founded 1946 | |
Slogan Ride in Comfort, Ride Safely, Ride with STC. Parent organization Crown Investments Corporation Motto Ride in Comfort, Ride Safely, Ride with STC Service types Transit bus, Charter, Package delivery | ||
The Saskatchewan Transportation Company (STC) is a Crown Corporation of the Government of Saskatchewan, created in 1946 by an Order in Council.
Contents
- Facilities
- Regina Terminal
- Saskatoon Terminal
- Prince Albert Terminal
- Agencies
- Maintenance Services
- Saskatoon Bus Service Centre
- Regina Bus Maintenance Centre
- Passenger services
- Express services
- Charter services
- Fleet
- Employees
- References
It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Crown Investments Corporation of Saskatchewan, with a mandate to provide bus services carrying people and freight between major centres and to as much of the rural population as possible.
The government of Saskatchewan announced on March 22, 2017 that it planned to shut down the company by May 2017. Freight services would be terminated effective May 19, and passenger services would be terminated effective May 31.
Facilities
STC owns and operates bus depots in Regina, Saskatoon, and Prince Albert, and has numerous agencies in communities throughout the province. STC also serves as the agent for Greyhound at many of its locations.
Regina Terminal
Address: 1717 Saskatchewan Drive, ReginaCoordinates: 50°27′06″N 104°36′19″WFacility includes: Head office, STC bus station, STC freight terminal, Greyhound Canada service, Robin's DonutsOpened: October 8, 2008Saskatoon Terminal
Address: 50 – 23rd Street East, SaskatoonCoordinates: 52°07′52″N 106°40′02″WFacility includes: STC bus station, STC freight terminal, Greyhound Canada service, Robin's DonutsPrince Albert Terminal
Address: 99 – 15th Street East, Prince AlbertCoordinates: 53°11′57″N 105°45′06″WFacility includes: STC bus station, STC freight terminal, Greyhound Canada serviceAgencies
The Saskatchewan Transportation Company works with over 170 private companies within the province to provide local passenger and express depots to rural communities. These locations are referred to as agencies and make up the ground work by which STC is able to provide service to the people of Saskatchewan.Maintenance Services
The Saskatchewan Transportation Company operates Maintenance Facilities in Regina and Saskatoon. This allows for the efficient operation of their fleet and provides an array of services to foreign fleet customers.
Saskatoon Bus Service Centre
Address: 88 King Street, SaskatoonCoordinates: 52°08′21″N 106°39′47″WRegina Bus Maintenance Centre
Address: 9th Avenue and Wallace Street, ReginaCoordinates: 50°27′14″N 104°35′38″WPassenger services
STC operates a number of routes to both urban and rural communities across Saskatchewan. Many STC passenger coaches are wheelchair accessible and all are Wi-Fi equipped.
Express services
STC has a history of package delivery across Saskatchewan. Many people rely on STC to transport packages, parcels, and equipment to rural areas. While providing overnight service in many locations, STC also provides customers with door-to-door pick-up and delivery in major centres.
Charter services
STC provides charter services to a number of groups and organizations every year in Saskatchewan. Many corporations, sports teams, and clubs choose STC when travelling to functions both in and out of province. Charters are available any day of the week and for various lengths of time subject to availability.
Fleet
STC maintains a fleet of coaches, freight trucks and trailers. Many passenger vehicles are wheelchair accessible and all are Wi-Fi enabled.
Employees
STC employs over 230 people. All In Scope employees are members of the Amalgamated Transit Union.